{"id":23788,"date":"2022-03-08T05:24:16","date_gmt":"2022-03-08T05:24:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/"},"modified":"2022-03-08T05:24:16","modified_gmt":"2022-03-08T05:24:16","slug":"how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/","title":{"rendered":"How do you make beans taste good?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_60 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-66364ece0de2b\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 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you make beans taste good?\">How do you make beans taste good?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#How_can_I_cook_beans\" title=\"How can I cook beans?\">How can I cook beans?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#What_can_you_mix_with_beans\" title=\"What can you mix with beans?\">What can you mix with beans?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#What_can_be_made_from_beans\" title=\"What can be made from beans?\">What can be made from beans?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#What_is_the_best_way_to_season_beans\" title=\"What is the best way to season beans?\">What is the best way to season beans?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#How_do_you_make_beans_less_bland\" title=\"How do you make beans less bland?\">How do you make beans less bland?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#What_is_the_best_way_to_boil_beans\" title=\"What is the best way to boil beans?\">What is the best way to boil beans?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#How_do_I_cook_solid_beans\" title=\"How do I cook solid beans?\">How do I cook solid beans?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#How_do_I_cook_better_beans\" title=\"How do I cook better beans?\">How do I cook better beans?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#What_goes_well_with_beans\" title=\"What goes well with beans?\">What goes well with beans?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#What_to_add_to_beans_while_cooking\" title=\"What to add to beans while cooking?\">What to add to beans while cooking?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#What_can_you_do_with_beans\" title=\"What can you do with beans?\">What can you do with beans?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#What_is_the_healthiest_way_to_eat_beans\" title=\"What is the healthiest way to eat beans?\">What is the healthiest way to eat beans?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#What_is_made_out_of_beans\" title=\"What is made out of beans?\">What is made out of beans?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#What_can_I_do_with_a_bag_of_beans\" title=\"What can I do with a bag of beans?\">What can I do with a bag of beans?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#What_beans_can_replace_meat\" title=\"What beans can replace meat?\">What beans can replace meat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#What_is_a_good_seasoning_for_beans\" title=\"What is a good seasoning for beans?\">What is a good seasoning for beans?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#What_can_I_add_to_beans_for_flavor\" title=\"What can I add to beans for flavor?\">What can I add to beans for flavor?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#How_do_you_season_beans_healthy\" title=\"How do you season beans healthy?\">How do you season beans healthy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#How_can_I_add_flavor_to_beans_without_meat\" title=\"How can I add flavor to beans without meat?\">How can I add flavor to beans without meat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#How_do_you_fix_bland_beans\" title=\"How do you fix bland beans?\">How do you fix bland beans?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#How_can_I_make_my_beans_more_flavorful\" title=\"How can I make my beans more flavorful?\">How can I make my beans more flavorful?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#How_do_you_fix_bland_bean_soup\" title=\"How do you fix bland bean soup?\">How do you fix bland bean soup?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#What_to_add_to_beans_when_boiling\" title=\"What to add to beans when boiling?\">What to add to beans when boiling?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/eatingexpired.com\/how-do-you-make-beans-taste-good\/#Is_it_better_to_soak_or_boil_beans\" title=\"Is it better to soak or boil beans?\">Is it better to soak or boil beans?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_make_beans_taste_good\"><\/span>How do you make beans taste good?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Toss drained\/rinsed\/dried beans with a bit of olive oil (or avocado oil) and your favorite seasonings. You can add crushed whole seeds (coriander, cumin, fennel, mustard, etc.), woodsy herbs (thyme, oregano, rosemary, sage), red pepper flakes, crushed garlic cloves, and of course salt and pepper.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_cook_beans\"><\/span>How can I cook beans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Beans can be cooked by <b>using the stovetop or a multicooker\/pressure cooker. Place beans in a large pot; cover with fresh water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer gently until beans are tender but firm. Most beans will cook in 45 minutes to 2 hours depending on the variety.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_you_mix_with_beans\"><\/span>What can you mix with beans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Toss your beans (we prefer pinto or black beans) with some <b>Tex-Mex spices and salsa or canned tomatoes with green chilies. Pair that with other burrito favorites like rice, guacamole, sour cream, cheese, and fresh veggies like corn or lettuce.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_be_made_from_beans\"><\/span>What can be made from beans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>10 Unexpected Things to Make with a Can of Beans<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Peas and Greens.  <\/li>\n<li>Stuffed Avocado Boats.  <\/li>\n<li>Roasted Chickpeas.  <\/li>\n<li>Greek Chopped Salad.  <\/li>\n<li>Beans Benedict.  <\/li>\n<li>Mediterranean Tuna Salad.  <\/li>\n<li>Navy Bean Pesto.  <\/li>\n<li>Black Bean Salsa.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_way_to_season_beans\"><\/span>What is the best way to season beans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Drain and rinse the beans, then put them in a large pot. Cover the beans with water and add the <b>chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne, bacon, garlic, bay leaves, onion, bell pepper and some salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cook until the beans are tender, 2 to 3 1\/2 hours.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_make_beans_less_bland\"><\/span>How do you make beans less bland?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>No matter which brand you buy, a few simple steps can make the beans taste fresher and get rid of that can taste. <b>Drain the beans into a colander and rinse them with cool water. This will freshen them up and also lower the salt content if the can held salted beans.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_way_to_boil_beans\"><\/span>What is the best way to boil beans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Drain soaked beans and transfer to a large pot. Cover by 2 inches with cold water, add onion and bay leaves and bring to a boil; skim off and discard any foam on the surface. Reduce heat, cover and simmer, gently stirring occasionally, until beans are tender, 1 to 1 1\/2 hours.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_cook_solid_beans\"><\/span>How do I cook solid beans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How to Cook Dried Beans<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Sort and wash the beans. Pick through the beans and discard and shriveled beans or debris you find.  <\/li>\n<li>Soak the beans.  <\/li>\n<li>Drain the beans and add them to a pot with aromatics.  <\/li>\n<li>Simmer the beans until they&#8217;re tender.  <\/li>\n<li>Cool the beans and store them in their cooking liquid.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_cook_better_beans\"><\/span>How do I cook better beans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Toss drained\/rinsed\/dried beans with a bit of olive oil (or avocado oil) and your favorite seasonings. You can add crushed whole seeds (coriander, cumin, fennel, mustard, etc.), woodsy herbs (thyme, oregano, rosemary, sage), red pepper flakes, crushed garlic cloves, and of course salt and pepper.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_goes_well_with_beans\"><\/span>What goes well with beans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>What to Serve with Pinto Beans (12 Tasty Ideas)<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cornbread. If you want a delicious and filling meal, this southern classic is the way to go.  <\/li>\n<li>Ham. When I serve brown beans with ham, I like to go all in by making it in a crock pot.  <\/li>\n<li>Meatloaf.  <\/li>\n<li>Fried Chicken.  <\/li>\n<li>Mashed Potatoes.  <\/li>\n<li>Mac and Cheese.  <\/li>\n<li>Fried Okra.  <\/li>\n<li>Fried Apples.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_add_to_beans_while_cooking\"><\/span>What to add to beans while cooking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Onions and garlic: Quartered onions, halved shallots, or smashed garlic cloves. Herbs: A sprig of fresh rosemary or thyme, or sage, parsley, or cilantro leaves or stems. I often add frozen herbs to my home cooked beans. Spices: Black peppercorns, freshly ground black pepper, bay leaves, or dried chiles.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_you_do_with_beans\"><\/span>What can you do with beans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>10 Unexpected Things to Make with a Can of Beans<\/b><\/p>\n<li>The Beauty of Beans. Tasty, inexpensive and packed with protein, beans are a low-stress ticket to satisfying meals.  <\/li>\n<li>Red Bean Curry.  <\/li>\n<li>Peas and Greens.  <\/li>\n<li>Stuffed Avocado Boats.  <\/li>\n<li>Roasted Chickpeas.  <\/li>\n<li>Greek Chopped Salad.  <\/li>\n<li>Beans Benedict.  <\/li>\n<li>Mediterranean Tuna Salad.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_healthiest_way_to_eat_beans\"><\/span>What is the healthiest way to eat beans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Try using <b>canned beans  the canning process breaks down some of the gas-producing carbohydrates into digestible form. Simmer beans slowly until they are tender. This also makes them easier to digest. Try digestive aids, such as Beano, when eating legume dishes to help reduce the amount of gas they produce.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_made_out_of_beans\"><\/span>What is made out of beans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>10 Unexpected Things to Make with a Can of Beans<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The Beauty of Beans. Tasty, inexpensive and packed with protein, beans are a low-stress ticket to satisfying meals.  <\/li>\n<li>Red Bean Curry.  <\/li>\n<li>Peas and Greens.  <\/li>\n<li>Stuffed Avocado Boats.  <\/li>\n<li>Roasted Chickpeas.  <\/li>\n<li>Greek Chopped Salad.  <\/li>\n<li>Beans Benedict.  <\/li>\n<li>Mediterranean Tuna Salad.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_do_with_a_bag_of_beans\"><\/span>What can I do with a bag of beans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>So if you happen to have a bag of beans on hand, here are recipes that will turn them into a delicious, satisfying meal.<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Slow Cooker Butter Bean Minestrone.  <\/li>\n<li>Lemon-Braised Chicken  Beans with Mint Pesto.  <\/li>\n<li>Borlotti Beans in Tomato Sauce with Creamy Polenta.  <\/li>\n<li>Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili.  <\/li>\n<li>Cuban Black Bean Soup.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_beans_can_replace_meat\"><\/span>What beans can replace meat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Here&#8217;s how the hearty legumes can replace beef, chicken, pork, and even bacon in your favorite recipes.<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Substitute Lentils for Ground Meat.  <\/li>\n<li>Use Chickpeas Instead of Chicken or Turkey.  <\/li>\n<li>Mix and Match Beans for Meaty Textures.  <\/li>\n<li>Turn to Bean Burgers for Bigger Cuts.  <\/li>\n<li>Oven-Roast Beans for Bacon-Like Bits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>11-Mar-2019<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_good_seasoning_for_beans\"><\/span>What is a good seasoning for beans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In general, most beans go well with herbs like <b>parsley, rosemary, sage, savory, and thyme. You usually can&#8217;t go wrong with garlic and onions, either.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_add_to_beans_for_flavor\"><\/span>What can I add to beans for flavor?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Toss drained\/rinsed\/dried beans with a bit of olive oil (or avocado oil) and your favorite seasonings. You can add crushed whole seeds (coriander, cumin, fennel, mustard, etc.), woodsy herbs (thyme, oregano, rosemary, sage), red pepper flakes, crushed garlic cloves, and of course salt and pepper.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_season_beans_healthy\"><\/span>How do you season beans healthy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Notes<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Rinse and sort beans. Removing any stones or discolored beans.<\/li>\n<li>Soak beans using the overnight or quick soak method mentioned above.<\/li>\n<li>Add beans to the slow cooker, and cover with 2 inches of water. Add 1 tsp of salt.  <\/li>\n<li>Cook on low for 6-8 hours.<\/li>\n<p>19-Jul-2020<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_add_flavor_to_beans_without_meat\"><\/span>How can I add flavor to beans without meat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The trick to wonderfully flavored vegetarian beans is this: <b>steep the dried mushrooms in boiling water to make a broth, and then simmer beans in the mushroom broth (as all or part of the recipe&#8217;s cooking liquid). After soaking them, chop the mushrooms and add to the beans, as well.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_fix_bland_beans\"><\/span>How do you fix bland beans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Seasoning Dried Beans Dried beans cooked with sea salt and water are delicious, but <b>adding an onion, garlic, or other aromatics to the pot will make them even more flavorful! These simple additions turn the starchy bean cooking liquid into a fragrant broth that&#8217;s just as tasty as the beans themselves.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_make_my_beans_more_flavorful\"><\/span>How can I make my beans more flavorful?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If a soup is tasting bland in the bowl, consider <b>adding acid rather than salt. A squeeze of lemon or lime, or a dash of yogurt or sour cream can add brightness to the bowl.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_fix_bland_bean_soup\"><\/span>How do you fix bland bean soup?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Just add <b>acid! A small amount of an acidic ingredient like lemon juice added at the end of cooking brightens flavors, especially in long-simmered bean soups or rich meat-based soups. Start with a little bit of acid, taste and adjust, until your soup tastes balanced and bright.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_add_to_beans_when_boiling\"><\/span>What to add to beans when boiling?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Onions and garlic: Quartered onions, halved shallots, or smashed garlic cloves. Herbs: A sprig of fresh rosemary or thyme, or sage, parsley, or cilantro leaves or stems. I often add frozen herbs to my home cooked beans. Spices: Black peppercorns, freshly ground black pepper, bay leaves, or dried chiles.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_better_to_soak_or_boil_beans\"><\/span>Is it better to soak or boil beans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Soaking your beans helps them cook faster and more evenly, and it can also make them easier to digest. If you add salt to the soaking water (in other words, make a brine), your beans will cook even faster; the salt helps break down their skins.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How do you make beans taste good? Toss drained\/rinsed\/dried beans with a bit of olive oil (or avocado oil) and your favorite seasonings. You can add crushed whole seeds (coriander, cumin, fennel, mustard, etc.), woodsy herbs (thyme, oregano, rosemary, sage), red pepper flakes, crushed garlic cloves, and of course salt and pepper. 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